Get Involved

Our children need three things from you: your awareness, advocacy, and action. Please consider assisting us in making dreams become realities by:

Serving as a CIS Board Member or on a CIS Committee

Becoming a Mentor or Tutor

Volunteering in a CIS Program, activity, or event

The obstacles facing students vary widely. They range from overwhelming one time problems to coping with daily issues. Thay can require bringing together a multitude of expertise from different agencies to simply needing the attention of one caring adult. From dealing with a crisis such as eviction from a home to lack of sleep and social inadequacies, to a child, every obstacle is distressing and potentially the reason for leaving school.

Communities In Schools is addressing these issues and more. But we need your help – you are our community. Whether it is your time, your expertise, or your funds – it is all a gift to the students. Every gift, no matter the manner or amount, is important and can influence both Communities In Schools and the lives of our students in a positive, direct way. How can you impact a child today?

Ways to Volunteer

After School Helper

Help students in individual or small groups build skills in academic areas in addition to supporting students’ self-esteem, self-confidence, and educational and career goals.

One-on-One Tutoring

Mentoring

Mentoring is one of the most meaningful ways you can volunteer because you can significantly impact the life of a young person. No special skills are needed…just the willingness to care and spend time with...